1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 189 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 208 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |